True Bastard: A Dark Sparrow Novel by India Kells

Author:India Kells [Kells, India]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-08-24T23:00:00+00:00

Chapter Fifteen

“We’re in the forest. How will you find food, Cary?”

Catriona blinked a few times at Ted, who looked up at his big brother, his big eyes filled with uncertainty, hanging onto Chewy’s collar like a lifeline. It was the very first time she’d heard him speak, her heart squeezing so hard in her chest, guessing at the struggles the two of them had to face.

When she’d laid down the law and told Liam she wouldn’t go with them if Cary and his family didn’t come, she now had the reason why.

In the death of the night, Cary appeared with the little boy clutching his hand and a sports bag that didn’t seem to hold a lot. Catriona could see so many layers of suffering and sacrifices, and the dedication of a big brother who’d had to become an adult when he was barely a teenager.

Cary had been tight-lipped about their lack of parents, and the dark look he gave her prevented any further questions.

Ted was a shy and adorable boy, clinging to Cary with all his might, and eyeing her like she was a monster about to tear him away from his brother. However, it was the dog that made him grin and pulled him out of his shell.

Nonetheless, she smiled at Ted, keeping the distance he had to feel safe. “No need to go out. We’re going to find the kitchen and get some food there.”

As they walked, Ted murmured something to Cary who shook his head. “No, we don’t want money.”

Her heart twisted hard in her chest, making her smile wobbly. The more she observed them, the more she saw that both brothers mustn’t have eaten each day or have a protected place to sleep. A silent promise formed in her heart, one she vowed she’d keep.

Liam hadn’t been in his room when Catriona prepared the boys to head for breakfast, and it was easy for her brain to repeat the same scene as before, when he regretted touching her. Once more.

The place looked like a vast compound disguised as a mansion, or a very luxurious maze. Catriona was used to grand spaces, from living in convents and staying in Vatican City. Somehow, they all converged to the same point, which invariably headed to the kitchen.

As expected, voices, laughter, and a baby crying could be heard around the corner, guiding the way. The place was full of women, and apart from Deva and Lucas, who she already knew, it was filled with unfamiliar faces.

As Chewy barked joyfully, his big tail wagging, Deva came forward, all smiles and a big steaming cup of coffee in her hand. “Good morning! Hope you slept well.”

She pushed a mug into her hands as Lucas came in with a smile and nodded at Cary and Ted. “Hey! I’m Lucas. I bet you’re starving, wanna come and help me with breakfast? I’m making pancakes which are my specialty.”

Ted partially hid behind his brother as Cary looked up at her, as if searching for confirmation.

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